Art in the living room can be displayed in a multitude of ways. From art glass to paintings, lamps, portraits, pictures, sconces, sculptures,
clocks and even fountains, each piece makes a statement unto itself and adds to the overall look and feel of the decor no matter what the color, theme or medium
of choice.
For wall art, the trend is seeing shift from the traditional towards more contemporary and ecletic artists and themes working in a variety of materials.
Pop art and nature remain among the most enduring themes for paintings, while Greco-Roman, animal and sports motifs dominate sculpture.
As with other areas in the house, the role of lighting in the living room is multi-functional in nature.
While overhead task lighting works well in areas like the kitchen, and brighter lighting pulls focus to highlights in the make up mirror, task lighting in the
living room is intended to add warmth, focus the eye or illuminate a reading area.
Living room lighting can help define a seating area, highlight a painting or provide a decorative, signature element through sconces or well-positioned lamps.
Track lighting is also effective in lighting several different points within a room.
The biggest challenge of any living room is ultimately defined by its occupants. If the living room is a living room destined for entertaining among adults, sleek,
contemporary décor is fast becoming the rule. Modern, however, need not mean cold, hard or unapproachable. If the living room is ultimately more of an
entertainment center for the family, a casual décor scheme built for high occupancy use is called for. An entertainment unit will ultimately be front and center
stage helping to declare the overall look and feel of the living room.